Galbanum
OTHER NAME(S): Barijeh, Férule Gommeuse, Galbanum Gum, Galbanum Gum Resin, Galbanum Oleogum Resin, Galbanum Oleoresin, Galbanum Resin, Ghasni, Oléorésine de Galbanum, Résine de Galbanum, Ferula gummosa, Ferula galbaniflua, Gálbano
Overview
Galbanum (Ferula gummosa) is an herb from Iran, Turkey, and the Mediterranean. A gum-like material, or resin, from its stems is used to make medicine.
Galbanum might reduce swelling and help fight certain types of bacteria.
People use galbanum for wound healing, cough, digestion problems, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Uses
We currently have no information for Galbanum overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Galbanum is commonly consumed in foods. There isn't enough reliable information to know if galbanum is safe to use as medicine or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: Galbanum is possibly safe.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: Galbanum is commonly consumed in foods. There isn't enough reliable information to know if galbanum is safe to use as medicine or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: Galbanum is possibly safe.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if galbanum is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and stick to food amounts.
Surgery: Galbanum might reduce blood sugar. This might interfere with blood sugar control during and after surgical procedures.
Interactions
Moderate Interaction
Be cautious with this combination
- Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs) interacts with GalbanumGalbanum might lower blood sugar levels. Taking galbanum along with diabetes medications might cause blood sugar to drop too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.
Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of galbanum might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
References
- Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
- Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
- Ghorbani A, Mohebbati R, Jafarian AH, et al. Toxicity evaluation of hydroalcoholic extract of Ferula gummosa root. Regul Toxicol Pharmacol 2016;77:35-41. doi: 10.1016/j.yrtph.2016.02.008.
- Jalili-Nik M, Soukhtanloo M, Javanshir S, et al. Effects of ethanolic extract of Ferula gummosa oleo-resin in a rat model of streptozotocin-induced diabetes. Res Pharm Sci 2019;14(2):138-145.